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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,495 cc

BFD 824MOT history

BFD 824 is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 139,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

BFD 824 black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
139,765 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,164 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BFD 824
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BFD 824 was last recorded at 139,765 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 3,859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,906 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,859 miles
Average per year
6,164 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,765 miles
  • 2025 – 135,906 miles
  • 2024 – 132,492 miles
  • 2023 – 128,937 miles
  • 2022 – 121,073 miles
  • 2021 – 117,711 miles
  • 2020 – 117,089 miles
  • 2019 – 116,688 miles
  • 2018 – 113,485 miles
  • 2017 – 109,500 miles
  • 2016 – 104,639 miles
  • 2015 – 99,077 miles
  • 2014 – 90,535 miles
  • 2013 – 80,193 miles
  • 2012 – 68,524 miles
  • 2011 – 59,625 miles
  • 2010 – 48,430 miles
  • 2009 – 34,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,765 miles
  • AdvisoryAge related rusting under vehicle
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Fuel system component leaking

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,765 miles (+3,859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    139,765 miles
    Test number
    610636789192
    • AdvisoryAge related rusting under vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass135,906 miles (+3,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    135,906 miles
    Test number
    816358530955
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides - front discs corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass132,492 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    132,492 miles
    Test number
    908336775611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,356 miles (+3,419)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,356 miles
    Test number
    725418774052
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorSide repeater not working both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear crossmember holed and corroded both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass128,937 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    128,937 miles
    Test number
    446406856580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail128,936 miles (+7,863)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,936 miles
    Test number
    228836988354
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached broken at lower mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,073 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,073 miles
    Test number
    850461361675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass117,711 miles (+622)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,711 miles
    Test number
    757376632831
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front inner brake pipes cleaned and greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise waxoyl chassis
    • AdvisoryInner face on both rear discs rusty

  9. Pass117,089 miles (+401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    117,089 miles
    Test number
    352168442159
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre and rear corroded at joints
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp securing trims corroded

  10. Pass116,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,688 miles
    Test number
    102584401186
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded at rear joint

  11. Fail116,688 miles (+3,203)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,688 miles
    Test number
    965936524799
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded at rear joint

  12. Pass113,485 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,485 miles
    Test number
    228935572586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail113,483 miles (+3,983)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,483 miles
    Test number
    702278054162
    • MajorNearside Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Cab steps in such a condition that it is likely to cause injury (6.2.8 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Caliper pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass109,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    109,500 miles
    Test number
    419258471975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,500 miles (+4,861)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,500 miles
    Test number
    397743304956
    • FailureFuel system component insecure filter housing corroded and insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking filter leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass104,639 miles (+223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,639 miles
    Test number
    263428370524
    • AdvisorySome chassis corrosion

  17. Fail104,416 miles (+5,339)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,416 miles
    Test number
    431817776729
    • FailureBrake disc contaminated by grease swivel spheres corroded and seals leaking at n/s and o/s front (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySigns of corrosion to vehicle underside
    • AdvisoryVarious leaks under vehicle

  18. Pass99,077 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,077 miles
    Test number
    158053685148
    • NoteLeak at n/s front swivel housing
    • NoteSteel brake pipes slightly corroded

  19. Fail99,077 miles (+8,542)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,077 miles
    Test number
    589252085189
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteLeak at both front swivel housings
    • NoteSteel brake pipes slightly corroded

  20. Pass90,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,535 miles
    Test number
    346028984156
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Fail90,535 miles (+10,342)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,535 miles
    Test number
    208947074193
    • FailureAxle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Pass80,193 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    80,193 miles
    Test number
    465960593191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,131 miles (+11,607)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,131 miles
    Test number
    137385083165
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass68,524 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    68,524 miles
    Test number
    196683762105
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail68,524 miles (+8,899)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,524 miles
    Test number
    206643262454
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass59,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    59,625 miles
    Test number
    249521481466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail59,625 miles (+11,195)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,625 miles
    Test number
    786761981131
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront axle pinion seal leaking
    • NoteRear axle pinion seal leaking

  28. Pass48,430 miles (+13,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,430 miles
    Test number
    194192970134
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass34,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,976 miles
    Test number
    404546279106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail34,976 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,976 miles
    Test number
    271529469111
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about BFD 824

What vehicle is registration BFD 824 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BFD 824 on a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 23 Jun 2006. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does BFD 824 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BFD 824 is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on BFD 824?
The MOT on BFD 824 is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BFD 824 done?
BFD 824 was recorded at 139,765 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 6,164 miles a year.
Has BFD 824 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BFD 824 has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on BFD 824 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on BFD 824 find?
BFD 824 passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: age related rusting under vehicle; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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